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Inspirational Novel - Illustrated Edition ""Who would imagine that a story about some cats (and monkeys and an elephant), could be so illuminating?"" Martin Colin, Goodreads Do you ever wonder how some people always seem to be happy, no matter what? Have you ever felt more depressed than others and unable to join their state of happiness? You're not alone... At one time or another, we've all been in a pit of despair where it feels like happiness is an impossibility. It is here Mystic the cat begins his journey toward a place of pure joy and harmony-a place we all can reach. Mystic loses everything he thought was the cause of his joy and reason for existence when his best friend, an elephant named Bumpa goes missing. Heartbroken, Mystic decides to search for his lost friend, and regain his happiness. But on his journey, he meets a strange, beautiful black cat named Freedom who insists he doesn't need Bumpa to be happy, and a terrifying red cat named Trembly who tries to convince him that happiness is an illusion. Mystic's hope shatters and his worst fears threaten to push him into a bottomless abyss of pain. Will Mystic have the strength to face his fears? Will he ever see Bumpa, or be truly happy ever again? More than an adventurous cat story, this novel illustrates how to quiet the deceptively negative noise of the mind so the pure joy that is you can finally shine through. Follow Mystic on his journey of discovery, and with him, unlock the secret to true happiness... Buy your copy today!

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As a straight novel, Mystic's adventure could be viewed as simplistic in parts, but it's the overall purpose of Anne-Claire Szubaniska's writing which makes this work stand apart from its predecessors. Seen through the eyes of small, furry characters, the metaphors for life are stronger than ever by their distancing from the human brain. I found myself wanting Mystic to appreciate life, and in doing so highlighted the self-damaging processes that I know I and many others are prone to do. Mystic and the Secret of Happiness holds up a mirror to the reality of the cages we put ourselves in, and I'd recommend it as an essential read for anyone who knows they are their own worst enemy. K.C. Finn Mystic and the Secret of Happiness is a beautiful novel that will remind you to love yourself for who you are. Adults and children alike will appreciate the cute, funny and charming animal characters, and through them you discover the real themes of self identity, self esteem and joy. Each animal has their own distinct voice and I enjoyed getting to know each of them. Mystic is a character that you can easily empathize with, and throughout the book his pain was palpable. Anne-Claire Szubaniska's writing is simple; so simple that any person of any age could read this book. The pacing was not too fast nor too slow; it was just enough to get the important messages across. The plot is interesting, original and unexpectedly touching. I recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a cute and uplifting read. This book teaches you that the only way you'll attain happiness is to find it within yourself. Katherine Williams This seemingly unassuming book provides great messages and a deeper understanding of our feelings, how essential they are to our well-being, how they shape our values and affect the way we go through life. Instead of letting inner happiness happen by chance, we can make it an intended choice. Simply put, this is a wonderfully motivating, poignant, and commendable read from Anne-Claire Szubaniska for young and older readers. Lit Amry I found Mystic and the Secret to Happiness not only entertaining, but very helpful in recognizing when people let their circumstances control their emotions. Anne-Claire Szubaniska shows how inner joy will draw others to you because of your happiness and sense of peace. It appears that Anne-Claire could not have taught these truths without learning them for herself. The words of wisdom that came from the cat Freedom must have been learned firsthand. I did find it quite humorous when Mystic first started experiencing joyful intuition. I felt drawn to the author and the contagious joy that she spread to those around her, and consider my life and attitude more enriched because of this book. I felt the main message of this book is that having inner peace and joy allows you a happiness that isn't dependent on anyone person or event. Peggy Jo Wipf

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Bullied by my fears, my journey to happiness... When I was ten years old, I once told my mother I would write about my painful childhood. But life had a better idea than a book about my negative past.As a young adult, I struggled with my fears and got hit by anorexia, depression, and a deep lack of love for life... Until I came upon my first self-help book which gave me hope that the happiness I had once lived with my grand-parents when I was very young could be reached again.The journey was chaotic and full of ups and downs as my negativity continued to try to force its way back in, but I never gave up and finally got a sense of what inner joy was and how I could mute my fears to get to it. That's when an intense desire to write about my life arose within me again, but this time, the subject was much happier than the dark story of my childhood. I felt inspired to write a story under the form of an allegory to illustrate my journey to happiness using the eyes of a cat. Mystic and the Secret of happiness was born.

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